betsisanders: March 2014

Tuesday, March 18, 2014

The Bridge Over Calm Water, an acrylic painting by betsisanders

What do you see in this painting? Do you see the autumn leaves, the little flowers, the rocks or the red bridge? You probably noticed that big bright red bridge.

When you encounter a bridge, what do you do? You cross it. You go from one point to the next, in order to reach your destination. You don’t stay on the bridge for too long.

Two quotes:

Steve Maraboli wrote, “Stop telling me not to burn bridges. Some bridges are meant to be burnt, some roads are never meant to be traveled again.”

Fridtjof Nansen said, “I demolish my bridges behind me – then there is no choice but forward.”

I burned a few bridges and have no regrets. I am allowed to terminate toxic relationships. I’ve walked away from people who don’t love me back. Closed doors on those who hurt me. I’ve terminated friendships. Let relationships run its course. Drifted away from people because staying on will only cause more harm and damage.

So, cross the bridge, go forward. Burn the bridge and never go back.

I’ve learned many lessons. If I get hurt again, it’s because I allowed them to hurt me. By moving forward, moving away, I shield and protect me.

Another perspective … Notice the water below the bridge? It’s calm. I may stay on this bridge for a while and listen to the gentle stream of water that flows underneath. Tranquil.

Painting is many hours of silence, peace and bliss. That is always the subtle message in all my paintings.

“Be still, be calm, be grateful betsisanders.

Life has always been good to you because He loves you.”

March 18, 2014

Monday, March 10, 2014

Be still, Be grateful ... an acrylic painting by betsisanders

Title: Be still, Be grateful

Size: 30 x 24 inches

Medium: Acrylic on Museum Wrapped Canvas

Artist: betsisanders 2014

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My favorite author, Paulo Coelho, wrote in The Alchemist, “When you want something, all the Universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.” He also says that the Universe is merely an echo of our desires, regardless of whether they are constructive or destructive ones.

Iyanla wrote this today, "Have you ever heard the sun come out in the morning? Did you hear the moon come out last night? We have been taught that power is loud, forceful, aggressive, and somewhat intimidating. It is not. In silence the Creator works.”

I ask, "What if I have stopped wanting or dreaming, and desire nothing? What if my present state of mind or situation is devoid of need?” I am contented with what I have, satisfied with what I have achieved in my life and career, and happy that I have loving and caring family and friends. The Universe has given me more than I deserve or have asked. I am grateful for calm, tranquil moments and thankful for everything that the Universe has helped me with.

I say, "Be still, be grateful, betsisanders … life is beautiful!"